New Model: Benetti Oasis 40M

Beanetti presents the Oasis 40M, a revolutionary forty metre 385 Gross Ton super yacht build of fibreglass. Addressing a modern clientele with a dynamic and casual lifestyle, the Oasis 40M has the look of an adventurous yacht but at the same time it shows an unexpectedly glamorous side that reveals the idea of well-being and total independence from the rest of the world. RWD’s UK designers, who worked on the project with Benetti, created a beach area that’s never been seen before in the category, with a one-of-a-kind pool for yachts this size, appropriately called the Infinity Pool. Just a few steps from the sea, it is set in a big space clad entirely in teak, with side wings that open out to extend the floor space, turning the beach area into a huge lounge and terrace overlooking the water and designed to experience the life at sea in a completely new way. No longer an area that makes use of what space is available, as is the case on traditional yachts sold on the market, but an area designed precisely to experience the sea at any time and as intimately as possible, unimpeded by the tender and water toys hidden away in the side and forward garages, and so always perfectly ready for use. Another bonus in design, construction and engineering of Oasis 40M is the wheelhouse that represents one of the most important innovations. Designed as a multifunctional space, it’s not just a helm station but a new area where Captain, Owner and guest can enjoy the cruise and decide the course for a new point of view. Thanks to a futuristically designed steering position with a panoramic view, the space can accommodate six people all seated. This space also features full-height windows and huge spaces, making a comfortable area for guests. The exterior lines designed by the famous UK firm RWD are a perfect synthesis of Italian elegance and classic British lines, thanks to which guests can enjoy an unprecedented atmosphere of freedom and intense intimacy with the sea. The interiors offer relaxed and informal comfort, designed by the New York firm Bonetti/Kozerski Architecture, whose elegant and minimalist projects include Ian Schrager’s boutique hotel, Donna Karan showrooms and the Pace Gallery in New York. The main and upper deck have large windows enabling natural light to be used as a design element. This characteristic and the unconventional layout of the spacious interiors are intended to underscore a desire for symbiosis with nature. The three external decks are designed to guarantee a strong sense of continuity between exterior and interior spaces thanks to the prevalent use of pale materials and colours. Oasis 40M has four decks with five cabins for ten guests and four cabins for seven crew members included the comfy captain’s cabin located on the upper Deck close to the wheelhouse. Equipped with two Man 1400hp, Oasis 40M is a yacht for owners who are not in a rush and want to enjoy the cruise. Featuring an excellent hull efficiency supplemented by a vertical bow, the yacht’s top speed is eighteen knots, and at eleven knots it consumes just over one hundred litres per hour, with a range greater than the necessary to cross the Atlantic.

Technical Data:

LOA - 40.80 m (133.9ft)

Beam - 8.50 m

Draft - 2.14 m

Displacement - 310 t loaded, 385 gross tonnage volume

Fuel Capacity - 45000 l

Water Capacity - 8000 l

Accommodation - eleven guests in five cabins, seven crew in four cabins

Engines - 2 x Man V12 1400hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Speed - eighteen knots max, eleven knots cruise

Range - 4000 nautical miles at eleven knots

Construction - fiberglass

Project - RWD exterior, Pierluigi Ausonio Studio Plana naval architect, Bonetti Kozersky interior

Certification - RINA Cross of Malta hull standard Mach Y 

www.benettiyachts.it

Project: Lyman-Morse Hood 35

The Hood 35 by Lyman-Morse hits the sweet spot of C.W. Hood Yacht’s powerboat acumen. Following the success and the raving reviews of the Hood 57 launched in the fall of 2020, Lyman-Morse presents the Hood 35 which follows the Down East lobster traditional cruiser genre in a smaller size and a perfect fit for day and weekend long cruises.  To be build in cold-moulding the Hoold 35 is beautifully shaped and engineered for a smooth ride. The Hood 35 LM is engineered and designed to handle all conditions, including when it’s less than ideal on the bay, with aplomb.  Twin Yanmar 440hp engines with Hamilton jet propulsion will propel the Hood 35 to a 38 knots top speed and acruise of thirty.  Currently under construction in Thomaston, Maine, Lyman-Morse Hood 35 hull one is scheduled for a launch this 2022 year, with a hull two which will feature a flybridge set to launch in 20213.

www.lymanmorse.com

New Model: Van Den Hoven Executive 1700 Mk2

Van Den Hoven present the new Executive 1700 Mk2. Although the looks follow the modern, international design language established with the 1850 and 1500 Mk2, the 1700 Mk2 is clearly identifiable as a distinctive model. Stand-out features include newly designed windows on the sides and a different underwater body. Innovative design methods mean the 1700 Mk2 combines more speed with less fuel consumption. All Van den Hoven interiors are renowned for their smart layouts and wealth of space, and this level of comfort is certainly present on the 1700 Mk2. A natural flow between the galley, helm, saloon and dining area facilitates socialising and a seamless use of space. The aft deck invites guests to enjoy a drink or al fresco dining prepared in the modern galley, while the owners can showcase their driving skills behind the wheel. Clients who prefer even more space outside to enjoy their surroundings can add a flybridge to the design. The 1700 Mk2 comes standard powered with twin Volvo 225hp engines.

Technical Data:

LOA - 17.30 m (56.7ft)

Beam - 5.10 m

Draft - 1.35 m

Displacement - 42 t

Fuel Capacity - 2200 l

Water Capacity - 1500 l

Accommodation - six berths in three cabins

Engines - 2 x Volvo D4 225hp

Propulsion - line shaft

www.bvandenhovenjachtbouw.nl

Project: Prestige M48

Prestige enter the World of Power Catamarans with the M48 project, a fourteen meter length six meters beam twin hulled flybridge cruiser designed by Garroni and Philippe Briand for exterior, and interior by De Romedis.  With its surprising characteristics, unique in its segment, the M48 offers a freedom of movement and stability to experience peaceful moments at sea.  This multihull yacht reveals generous, brightly lit and refined living spaces, affording the ultimate in comfort.  It promises life in harmony with the sea and at a gentle pace. The M48 comes with two lower deck layouts; three cabins with seven berths, owners stateroom forward, or four cabins eight berths owners room to starboard.  The Prestige M48 is powered by twin Volvo 320hp with V-drive line shaft propulsion and estimated top speeds of twenty knots.

www.prestige-yachts.com

Super Yacht Aground in Sea of Cortez Mexico

A 52 meter super yacht with fifteen passengers onboard titled m/y Vixit with Cayman Island flag registration ran aground on a rocky reefs in Mexico's Sea of Cortez five nautical miles South-East of Porto Escondido on the afternoon of Monday March 14.  Vixit was transiting from Loreto to Lo Paz when it hit the Piedras del Camaroncito which translate to Little Shrimp rocks.  The grounding is reported to have pinched three holes to Vixit among other damage to the propellers, rudders, and stabilizers.  The plan is to re-float the super yacht and take her further South to Mazatlan for repairs.

M/y Vixit is a 52.76 meter build by Swedeship in 1988 to a design and naval architecture by Diana Yacht Design from Holland and interiors by Arleen Dvorine.  Build of steel and aluminium it accommodates twelve guests in six cabins, and carries a crew of up to fifteen.  Vixit is the largest super yacht build by Swedeship who build four super yachts, three of which made in the eighties and one in the 1950s.

New Model: Sunseeker Predator 65

Based on the 65 Sport Yacht platform which Sunseeker launched in mid 2021, the Poole based yacht builder presents the new Predator 65. The dramatic exterior is a striking blend of tinted glazing, carbon fibre and polished stainless steel, perfectly balancing traditional Sunseeker design concepts with cutting-edge material innovation to create a performance twenty meter sport yacht. In a standard arrangement, the aft cockpit comprises of comfortable seating backed onto a large sun pad over the garage and a social bar unit with matching stools on the port side. Owners can opt for a fully integrated wet bar or extended J-shaped lounge seating running aft from the galley across the width of the cockpit if desired. This Predator 65 benefits from an optional crew cabin, accessed via a dedicated stairwell in the aft cockpit. Below deck, the three-cabin layout provides accommodation for up to six guests. A spacious, full-beam master stateroom features a generous en-suite, while the thoughtfully designed forward VIP cabin provides an equally comfortable room for guests. Each guest cabin has an en-suite, and there is a separate day-head below. Optionally, an open-plan Owner’s Office linked to the master stateroom, a single-berth cabin, lower deck galley or saloon can be specified, delivering flexibility for any owner. An extra-wide tender garage allows a jet tender to be carried and launched via a new diagonal sliding hydraulic bathing platform. The additional garage space can store SeaBobs, inflatable paddleboards, diving equipment or racking. If specified as a Beach Club, the fully-flush floor lends itself to free-standing furniture with a rain shower, lighting and speakers built in to the opened door.  The Sunseeker Predator 65 is powered by twin Volvo 900hp or 1000hp with IPS forward looking pod drives which allows top speeds up 35 knots with the large engine choice.

Technical Data:

LOA - 20.50 m (67.2ft)

Beam - 5.10 m

Draft - 1.6 m

Displacement - 37810 kg medium load

Fuel Capacity - 3500 l

Water Capacity - 800 l

Accommodation - six berths in three cabins, or seven berths in four cabins, one berth crew cabin

Engines - 2 x Volvo D13 900hp, D13 1000hp

Propulsion - Volvo forward looking IPS dual propeller pod drives

Speed - 35 knots max with Volvo 1000hp, ten knots long range cruise

Range - 750 nm at ten knots

www.sunseeker.com

Grand Banks New Web Site

Grand Banks unveils a new World wide web virtual showroom site. Grand Banks started operation in 1956 as American Marine Limited founded by Robert J. Newton and sons John and Whit in Honk Kong. But the start was not about a trawler yacht, as its first jobs it built custom Sparkman and Stephens, William Gardner, Nat Herreshoff, and Ray Hunt designed sailing yachts. In 1962 the Newton's commissioned Kenneth Smith a 36 feet humble cruising boat with work-boat like looks, which will be named Spray. This 36 Classic was a turn around for the Newton's and with it came a change from building custom sailing yachts to this traditional looking explorer cruiser.  Launched in 1964 the 36 Classic was produced till 2004 and was followed in the same year by a smaller 32 Sedan, with this series taking the name of Heritage and totalling 22 models in a production run which lasted till 2016 and included a one off 80 model launched in 1975. In 1973 Grand Banks starts switching all its models to fiberglass construction. 1993 marks an important move to Grand Banks launching the Eastbay series designed by previous collaborator Ray Hunt, and inspired to the Down East lobster boats. The Eastbay started with the 38 EX and up till today it has totalled sixteen models, including the current 44 launched in 2016 and upcoming 60 model. In 2001 the Aleutian larger yacht series was introduced with the 64, and in fourteen years it featured seven different models from the 2010 two year produced 53 to the 76 RP produced 2010 till 2012. In 2014 Grand Banks started a new path when it bought out Palm Beach motor yachts and CEO Mark Richards took over the helm.  After Mark Richards took over he changed the traditional GB explorer line, and reinvented it with V-warp hull shape, and redefined exterior looks, starting all this with the GB60 launched in 2017.  Currently Grand Banks produces five models in two range Eastbay and and the reinvented explorer GB line. The Grand Banks line starts with the EB44, and goes up to the recently launched largest GB ever made the GB85, while its newest model is the still in project Eastbay 60 announced in 2022.  Grand Banks new web site takes you around with the following buttons; About Us, Models, Advantage, Purchase, and Connect. Grand Banks is also on social media with buttons on the bottom of the page taking you to its; Facebook, YouTube, Pinterest, and Instagram pages.

www.grandbanks.com

Production History;

36 Classic 1964-2004 (1200+)

32 Sedan 1964-79 (800+)

50 1968-74

Laguna 10m 1970-80

48 MY 1972-77  fiberglass construction switch starts in 1973

Laguna 11.5m 1973-81

80 1975 (1)

42 CL 1975-2005  (1500+) 

42 EU 1979-2005

49 CL 1980-99 (125+)

49 MY 1986-99

46 CL 1987-2004

42 MY 1987-2005

36 Europa 1988

58 MY 1990-2002

46 MY 1990-2004

46 EU 1993-2004

Eastbay 38 EX/HX 1994-2004

Eastbay 40 Flybridge 1997

Eastbay 43 Flybridge 1998-2004

52 EU 1998-2008

Eastbay 49 HX 1999-2006

Eastbay 43 EX, HX, SX 2000-07

Eastbay 58 FB 2002-07

64 Aleutian RP 2002-07

Eastbay 54 SX 2004-07

Eastbay 47 FB 2005-10

72 Aleutian RP 2005-16 (20+)

47 EU 2005-11

Eastbay 39 SX 2006-12

59 Aleutian RP 2006-12

Eastbay 45 SX 2007-09 

Eastbay 55 SX, FB 2007-12 

47 CL 2007-14

65 Aleutian RP 2008-12

Eastbay 46 SX, FB 2009-12

41 EU 2009-12

76 Aleutian RP 2010-12

53 Aleutian RP 2010-12

43 EU 2012-15

55 Aleutian RP 2012-15

54 EU 2012-16

Eastbay 50 SX 2013-15

Eastbay 44 SX 2016-  Mark Richards ownership starts

GB60 2018-

57 EU 2020 (3)

GB54 2020- *GB52 project

GB85 2022- (3

Eastbay 60 2022-

Project: Filippetti Navetta 28

Filipetti present the project for a Navetta 28, a displacement super yacht whose interiors and exteriors merge in a perfect balance of style and maximum use of space. Designed by Fulvio De Simoni, Navetta 28, the exterior style sharpens the contrast between soft, curvy lines and huge glazed surfaces that endow this with unique strength and character. The Navetta 28 stands out for her incredibly airy interiors and exteriors. The Filippetti Navetti 28 features a fully-custom layout allowing the owner maximum freedom of choice. Outdoor areas can be enjoyed at best both when cruising and at anchor. A large flybridge devised as an open-air living space, and a huge bow area on the main deck offers guests great spaciousness and unmatched liveability, maximizing onboard volumes being always a key objective. Wide glazed surfaces characterize this yacht, ensuring incomparably close contact with the surrounding landscape and offering guests amazing views. Always looking to allow for maximum customization of both interiors and exteriors, the owner will be able to choose between five or six cabins and decide whether to have the master stateroom on the upper deck or on the main deck, both offering a privileged position to enjoy fantastic panoramic views while cruising The Filippetti Navetta 28 is powered by twino 800hp engines which will push the yacht to a maximum speed of fourteen knots and a cruise of thirteen. Increased onboard comfort is ensured by the stabilizing fins. Navetta 28’s most impressive feature, as is the case on all other models in the N range is her outstanding range of 3,000 nautical miles.

www.filippettiyacht.com

New Model: Princess X80

In the end of 2021 Princess launched hull number one of its new X80, second X-range model which follows the 2019 launched X95, which some say its one of the ugliest yachts ever made and others saying it is an innovative design with purpose.  The new Princess X80 with Dusseldorf boat show cancelled was presented in a private boat show in Plymouth on end January 2022.  The X range like new latest Princesses is designed by Pininfarina with Olesinski taking care of engineering duties, and its purpose is to move away from traditional yacht design and maximize space.  Upwards of the main deck the recipe is different with Princess saying the X80 gives 30% more flybridge space, while lower deck and hull shape are standard, with a planning hull giving speeds up to 31 knots with twin 1900hp Man engines.  The Princess X80 comes with a couple of interesting choices; the first is to have an owners stateroom on the forward part of the main deck in replacement to a forward dinning area, the second is to have a fully enclosed or three part hard top option on the flybridge deck.   

Technical Data:

LOA - 25.17 m (82.7ft)

Beam - 6.07 m

Draft - 1.77 m

Displacement - 72813 kg medium load

Fuel Capacity - 7046 l

Water Capacity - 1400 l

Accommodation - eight berths in four cabins

Engines - 2 x Man V12 1900hp

Propulsion - line shaft

Project - Pininfarina design, Olesinski engineering

www.princessyachts.com

Stolen Azimut Yacht Havoc in Newport

A stolen eighteen meter Azimut motor yacht created havoc and extensive damage to about half a dozen of boats in Newport Beach Harbour to the South of Los Angeles, on ten o'clock local time the morning of Thursday tenth March. This was a lucky accident with a lady who was relaxing on a fourteen meter sailing yacht coming out only slightly injured.  Considering that the eighteen meter motor yacht literally went atop the sail yacht, destroying its mast in the process this was lucky indeed.  There was also a centre console who took a full hit and damage, while a recently purchased classic wood Tollycraft also sustained damage before the Azimut crashed into a seawall and finally stopped.  Police arrested the thief who now is accused of boat theft and stolen possession, and forty minutes before was reported doing vandalism on the Pacific Coast highway.  News reports have said this Azimut motor yacht was purchased new in August 2021, and was having some work on the marina, when the thief literally went aboard and started his senseless joyride.

The Azimut in this damage is the 60 Flybridge model released in 2017 to a design of Stefano Righini and offering a three double cabins three heads layout. The Azimut 60 Flybridge is powered by twin Volvo 900hp engines which allow her to reach speeds up to 31 knots.  The Azimut 60 Flybridge is still in production as at 2022.  The damaged Tollycraft, last boat to be hit by this crazy stolen ride is a Custom 37 build in 1960 of wood.